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IBM Terminal Keyboard to USB Converter (Soarer's Converter)

Adapter that converts an IBM 5-pin terminal keyboard to USB with remapping firmware.

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An adapter that converts 5-pin DIN IBM Model F122/M122 terminal keyboards to USB for use on Windows, macOS, and Linux, providing remapping layers, macros, and full NKRO. Built on the established open-source Soarer's Converter firmware, it helps owners of vintage IBM buckling-spring keyboards and mechanical keyboard enthusiasts keep those boards in daily use instead of retiring them.

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keyboard adapterretro computing accessorymechanical keyboards

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